One of the objectives of Firenze Rocks is to bring emerging artists in front of an increasingly wider audience, in the 6,000 m2 Village Area.
The 2024 edition of Firenze Rocks kicks off on Thursday 13 Junethe Festival produced by Live Nation, which will see the avenged sevenfold go on stage at Visarno Arena Of Florence. A highly anticipated return six years after their last performance in Italy, right on the stage of the Visarno Arena, to once again convey to their fans the energy and sound power that represents them. The date at Firenze Rocks will be the only stage in our country.
Avenged Sevenfold continued to maintain their position as one of the most influential and innovative metal bands with the release of their eighth studio album, “Life Is But a Dream…”, released on June 2, 2023. Written and recorded over four years, was inspired by the writings and philosophy of Albert Camus, showing how the band is totally rooted in existentialism and absurdism. They confirm themselves as an avant-garde point of reference in metal music, not only for their sonic innovation, but also for their extraordinary live performances. The combination of technology and live performance has become a hallmark of Avenged Sevenfold, offering spectators memorable and immersive experiences.
THE Bowling for Soup, the most acclaimed punk rock band from Texas, with millions of streams and nominated for a Grammy, who have distinguished themselves by their ability to adapt to the times. Starting from their humble beginnings, they went through the experience of a major record label for many years (Jive Records) before enjoying independent success on their own label for over a decade. It’s a band that has achieved success every step of the way. Bowling For Soup’s enduring appeal has seen fans return in droves for huge tours in both the UK and US, many enjoying their first show since the pandemic. Whether it’s big stage shows with Lit and The Dollyrots (UK), Less Than Jake and The Aquabats (US) or Jaret and Rob’s sold-out acoustic tour in the UK, the demand to see the Bowling For Soup live is bigger than ever.
The Bob Vylan duo, a band with a unique and constantly evolving sound, which crosses styles and genres, abandoning the concept of “traditional song” and embracing new sonic dimensions, in an attempt to create a bridge and merge genres and subcultures together. It is precisely this uniqueness that has led them to be loved by rock, rap, punk, dance and alternative audiences. Their new album “Humble As The Sun” was released on April 5th. Their 2022 album “Bob Vylan Presents The Price Of Life” won the Kerrang! ‘Best Album’ in 2022 and allowed the band to win their first MOBO Award in the new ‘Alternative’ category. They’ve also won fans like Iggy Pop and Craig Charles on their 6music shows, performed live on the BBC at Glastonbury, appeared on the covers of magazines like Kerrang!, Hardbeat and Gigwise and been talked about by everyone from the Guardian to Rolling Stone Magazine.
And finally Cemetery Sun, a band that has shared stages with Blink-182, The Maine, Papa Roach and is compared to the likes of Twenty One Pilots and Linkin Park, thanks to the splendid musical chemistry that distinguishes them and the profound lyrics written by singer Josh Doty. From the anthemic nuances and unfiltered lyrics of the launch single “Fake Love” (which achieved over 13 million listens on Spotify) to the amaranthine alt-rock that made 2019’s “Haunted” EP so compelling, they’ve spent the last few years combining California sunshine, R&B flourishes and pure emotional catharsis like no other.
On the second day, Saturday 15 Junethe headliners will instead be the Toolsthe historic American avant-garde progressive metal band renowned for their live performances, characterized by a sophisticated visual production that integrates elements of art, video and lights, creating multisensory experiences that go beyond the simple concert.
The band is also known for their enigmatic and thoughtful approach to lyrics, often loaded with symbolism and philosophical themes. With a career spanning over three decades, Tool continues to influence numerous artists and leave an indelible mark on the world of contemporary music, distinguishing themselves through their dedication to artistry and musical innovation. In recent months, on major stages such as Aftershock, Welcome to Rockville, Louder Than Life and Sonic Temple Arts & Music festivals, as well as a one-off performance at Power Trip, which Metal Hammer described as “a mind-boggling show that demonstrated how their art is singular, a transcendental experience that overcomes the boundaries between genres”. The band has chosen to return to Firenze Rocks after five years of absence from our country, promising to give fans an extraordinary and memorable experience.
The Struts, a British rock band who have earned a global reputation as an unmissable live act. Bursting onto the scene with “Could Have Been Me,” they have since released three albums (which include collaborations with such notables as Robbie Williams, Kesha, Tom Morello and Def Leppard’s Joe Elliott and Phil Collen) garnering more than 850 million streams on-demand and selling out all over the world. Over the years they have opened for the Rolling Stones, Foo Fighters and Guns N’ Roses, played at major festivals such as Lollapalooza and Governors Ball and headlined their world tours.
The dEUS, the renowned Belgian rock band with an elegant and unmistakable sound, known for their eclectic musical style that combines elements of alternative rock, indie rock, art rock and experimental influences. Over the years they have further consolidated their reputation thanks to their ability to mix captivating melodies with complex arrangements and profound lyrics and for their engaging and dynamic live performances. The band has participated in numerous international festivals and undertaken worldwide tours, garnering a solid fan base and the respect of music critics. With a rich and varied discography, dEUS continues to explore new sonic territories, always maintaining a strong artistic identity and a constant search for innovation.
And finally the Night Verses. The Californian band, endowed with a great creative ability, is renowned for having upset the rules of progressive metal. Night Verses are excellent live performers, they have galvanized listeners by fusing prog, alt-metal, post-rock and ambient electronica. In 2018 the acclaimed album “From The Gallery Of Sleep“, established them as fearless, genre-defying innovators. Dubbed “The Salvador Dali of prog-metal” by Noisey/Vice, the album has been hailed as “boundary-breaking prog” (Revolver), “ambitious and inventive” (Exclaim!) and “a masterpiece of layered prog” (Distorted Sound).
Always one of the objectives of Firenze Rocks is to bring the music of emerging artists to an increasingly wider audience. There will be no shortage of numerous initiatives planned in the Village Area where it will be possible to participate in multiple entertainment and leisure activities in a 6,000 m2 park, equipped with numerous food & beverage outlets, to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Festival. Among the partners of the 2024 edition, Frecciarossa will provide discounts of up to 80% and RideMovi the bike sharing service to encourage sustainable mobility, WAMI is the official water of Firenze Rocks and will contribute to the creation of water projects in villages without drinking water. The CIAL Consortium will take care of the recycling of aluminium.
OFFICIAL APP, INFO & TICKETS
All useful information on the festival, updated in real time, is available on the website www.firenzerocks.it, the official festival app and social channels.
Download the official Firenze Rocks App (Apple and Android)
After Tool, Firenze Rocks unveils the second big name that will take the stage at the Visarno Arena. Next Thursday 13 June 2024 the avenged sevenfold will inflame the public of Firenze Rocks with a spectacular show.
acclaimed album “From The Gallery Of Sleep,” established them as fearless, genre-defying innovators. Dubbed “The Salvador Dali of prog-metal” by Noisey/Vice, the album has been hailed as “boundary-breaking prog” (Revolver), “ambitious and inventive” (Exclaim!) and “a masterpiece of layered prog” (Distorted Sound).
Always one of the objectives of Firenze Rocks is to bring the music of emerging artists to an increasingly wider audience. There will be no shortage of numerous initiatives planned in the Village Area where it will be possible to participate in multiple entertainment and leisure activities in a 6,000 m2 park, equipped with numerous food & beverage outlets, to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Festival. Among the partners of the 2024 edition, Frecciarossa will provide discounts of up to 80% and RideMovi the bike sharing service to encourage sustainable mobility, WAMI is the official water of Firenze Rocks and will contribute to the creation of water projects in villages without drinking water. The CIAL Consortium will take care of the recycling of aluminium.
OFFICIAL APP – INFO & TICKETS
All useful information on the festival, updated in real time, is available on the site www.firenzerocks.itthe official festival app and social channels.
Download the official Firenze Rocks App (Apple and Android)
https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1200814211
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.greencopper.android.firenzerocks
Tickets for Thursday 13 June and Saturday 15 June are available on www.firenzerocks.it/tickets and in all authorized sales points.
The official ticket offices of Firenze Rocks are Ticketmaster Italia, Ticketone and Vivaticket.
Useful information
LINE-UP AND TIMES
9.30pm AVENGED SEVENFOLD
7.30pm BOWLING FOR SOUP
5.45pm BOB VYLAN
4.30pm CEMETERY SUN
9.30pm TOOL
7.30pm THE STRUTS
5.45pm US
4.30pm NIGHT VERSES
DOORS OPENING FOR BOTH DAYS: 3.00 PM
HOW TO GET
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FLORENCE ROCKS
Firenze Rocks, a festival produced by Live Nation Italia in collaboration with Le Nozze di Figaro, brings the best of world rock to the Florentine capital. Over the years the festival has hosted artists such as Green Day, Metallica, The Cure, Guns N’ Roses, Foo Fighters, Aerosmith, Ed Sheeran, Muse, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Who. Great music, and much more at the Visarno Arena in Florence, for an unparalleled event that attracts tens of thousands of fans from every corner of Italy and the globe every year, confirming itself as one of the major European festivals and a point of reference for the live scene .
(photo: Marco Mannucci press office)
